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Monday, September 16, 2013 at 12:34PMIF YOU LIKE THIS PRESS RELEASE, PLEASE SHARE

DIVERSITY ROLE MODELS’ CARNIVAL TICKETS GO ON SALE TODAY

Anti-bullying charity’s 2nd annual fundraiser at the Café de Paris on Thursday 24 October

Jimmy Somerville confirmed as headline act

Diversity Role Models’ fundraising carnival, sponsored by BNP Paribas, will be returning for its second year on Thursday 24 October. Taking place at the Café de Paris, with a spectacular line-up of prizes, acts and entertainment in store, it’s set to be even better than last year’s event, when celebrity guests and performers such as Alison Moyet, Sue Perkins and Boy George mingled with the guests to raise £76,000 for the charity. And with Amy Lamé hosting, it’s sure to be a riot!

This year, those lucky enough to attend will enjoy a host of acts, the most notable of which are Jimmy ‘Don’t Leave Me This Way’ Somerville, who will be singing his greatest hits to an appreciative crowd, and the fabulous Globe Girls, who have previously wowed the likes of Elton John and Naomi Campbell with their sophisticated take on drag complete with extravagant wigs, handmade costumes and killer heels!

Returning this year in his role as auctioneer extraordinaire, Christopher Biggins will be putting a fabulous range of prizes under the hammer:

Jacob Kenedy and Victor Hugo’s Bocca di Lupo is the setting for one of the prizes, where 20 guests will enjoy an array of delectable Italian small plates and wines while catching up with none other than guest speaker, Gareth Thomas.

Dinner at Heston Blumenthal will also be playing host to two lucky Carnival guests who will be dining on the chef’s typically quirky creations (meat fruit anyone?) matched with wine.

Swedish Lapland is the backdrop for another of the spectacular prizes which will see two guests staying in the lap (no pun intended) of luxury at the legendary Ice Hotel for three nights, one of which will be in one of the famous ice rooms wrapped in fur blankets. The all-inclusive trip will also feature a magical tour of the Northern Lights by snowmobile.

For those who prefer sunnier climes, there’s a long weekend to be won at a private residence in the South of France. Featured in the top magazines such as Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller and Tatler, La Fraissinède, is an exceptional country retreat set in 120 acres of spectacular grounds in the French Languedoc. With only six bedrooms in the entire property, this is the ultimate prize for anyone in need of some R&R.

Art aficionados are also in for a treat. There’s an original black and white lithograph of Picasso’s ‘Eveil’, one of a series created to accompany poems by Sappho, while the world-renowned artist, Andrew Salgado will be creating a bespoke piece for the night. Maggi Hambling has also offered up her talents for the cause and will be donating a piece from her collection.

Olympic fever may have died down now, but we’ve got the perfect boost in the form of a bona fide Olympic Torch donated by British rower and 2012 Olympic gold medallist, Katherine Grainger. And for those needing a reminder of Murray’s Wimbledon win, there’s also a signed t-shirt from the man himself. Prefer watching the tennis to collecting memorabilia? How about a private box for 14 people to watch the ATP tournament?

Clare Balding is also getting in on the act with two tickets to her live show followed by a trip to the green room to catch up with her and other celebrity guests.

Leading vodka brand, Grey Goose are in charge of drinks, so expect some extremely well-crafted cocktails to be flowing all night, while a vast selection of canapés and bowl food will be on offer to soak them up!

All proceeds of the night will go towards ensuring Diversity Role Models can deliver their programme to as many young people as possible and work towards a world in which homophobic bullying is a thing of the past.

LGBT students are three times more likely to attempt suicide. Seven out of ten lesbian and gay young people say homophobic bullying affects their school work and many have skipped school because of it. One in six has been subjected to death threats, and 52% have heard homophobic comments from teachers and school staff.

Diversity Role Models (“DRM”)

Since its formal launch in the House of Commons in November 2011, DRM has become one of the UK’s most important anti-bullying charities. DRM has already delivered over 265 pro-diversity workshops to over 5,000 pupils using 74 trained role models, communicating directly with students of all ages, using positive role models to counter negative stereotypes based on sexuality. Of these 5,000 pupils, 92% indicated that they would treat a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender (LGBT) person better after the workshop, while 90% indicated that they would use the word ‘gay’ as a derogatory term less in the future. In addition, after the workshops, only 1% said they would stop being friends with someone who told them they were compared to 15% before the workshops started.

Please see some footage showing our work and our Role Models via the following links:

Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 1:57PMIF YOU LIKE THIS PRESS RELEASE, PLEASE SHARE

One Love Easter Special @ Café de Paris: Thursday 28th March, 9pm-3am

Roll up, roll up! Tickets are now on sale for the most lavish and outlandish lesbian party of the year!

This spectacular late-night show is the only way to see in your Easter Bank Holiday weekend. Leave inhibitions at the door, let loose and indulge yourself in the sumptuous surroundings of Café de Paris, London’s home of cabaret.

A cavalcade of jaw-dropping acts will be led by none other than music/fashion icon Viktoria Modesta. Fresh from performing at the 2012 Paralympics and London/Milan Fashion Weeks, this alt. pin-up turned singer/songwriter is an unstoppable force. Swedish electro pop artist Lizzette will be flying in to perform on the night presented by The Stockholm Gay and Lesbian Network and Visit Sweden – who have offered a two night city-break at a top hotel in the beautiful city of Stockholm, flights included compliments of SAS and Hilton given away on the night.

DJs Lady Lola (Girls Next Door) and Lil’ Jo (Miss-Shapes) will also be on hand with their fresh spin on pop, dance and electro tunes. Meanwhile in the R’n’B/Hip Hop room, DJ Philly (Bootylicious), Dennis the Menace (Popstarz) and Sipz-C DJ (Girls Club Together) will have the party pumping through til morning.

Early bird tickets have sold out, you can still purchase tickets at £12 with special group bookings available from this link. A handful will be available on the door at £15, but we recommend pre-booking to avoid disappointment.

If you want to step things up a notch and party like a rock star, VIP tickets are available in advance at £20. These grant exclusive access to the Café’s grandiose balcony, where you’ll rub shoulders with celebrity guests as you overlook the revelry in the main room. VIPs can also reserve a table by emailing Nicola.Chubb@gmail.comahead of the event.

Of course, if you hold an MINT Black Card, you and a lucky friend get free entry and free rein with access all areas. To find out how to purchase a card - incredible value at £90 for a whole year of VIP partying - email Nicola at the address above.

Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 10:15AMIF YOU LIKE THIS PRESS RELEASE, PLEASE SHARE

W.I.G. present an all new PARTY - THE MASKED BALL: SUNDAY 18th MARCH - CAFE DE PARIS

Organisers of The Wig Party, the iconic fundraising extravaganza of the London party scene, bring you The Masked Ball, at Café de Paris. The new event follows the massive success of the Wig Party, which has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for HIV charities including NAT (National AIDS Trust). This much anticipated annual event attracts a host of celebrities including Leona Lewis, Dannii Minogue and Beverly Knight.

Due to the Wig Party being such a sensational sell-out, there’s been enormous pressure on the team to create other exciting events and so…. the ultimate T-Dance at London’s historic Café de Paris: THE MASKED BALL

A night of erotic sights and sounds, we welcome the divine and deviant to an effortless night of elegance – The dress code is relaxed but wearing a mask is compulsory. Get on www.WigParty.org for some cool mask ideas and for the latest info on the fabulous DJs we have lined up.

Wig Party stalwart DJ ROB SYKES will be joining us fresh from playing at Matinee in London along with international superstar and veteran at some of the biggest London parties such as We Party and Beyond, DJ D’JOHNNY. One of the fastest rising DJs on the scene, Lovechild and Deviate resident, DJ MARCO GEE will also be taking a turn on the decks. PEYTON is set to storm the stage with an exclusive live performance and of course WIGGYWOO is lining up a few surprises to titillate us all.

Limited number of £8 Early Super-saver Tickets are now available on-line only from www.Clubtickets.com .

Limited VIP tickets available priced at £25 which offer

· Priority Entry

· Access to the upstairs VIP area

· Welcome complimentary drink

· Dedicated Bar

· VIP cloakroom

· Entertainment by our roaming magicians

******Please note all door prices will go up closer to the event*****

Tables Available

Tables with waitress service can be reserved for those wishing to buy 8 tickets or more for the VIP area. Contact NAT on 020 7814 6767 for further information.

Please note - Booking Fees apply on all tickets.

Please remember this is a charity fundraising event so we do not have a guest list.

The venue, DJs, performers, dancers, designers and organisers have given up their time and input for free for this event. We thank all those involved and all the supporters and attendees for making this possible and for making a difference.

100% of your ticket price and/or donation goes directly NAT, the UK’s leading policy and campaigning charity for HIV and will fund their important work – shaping attitudes, challenging injustice and changing lives. Find out more about the charity that is transforming the UK’s response to HIV by visiting www.nat.org.uk

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